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Adams County Community Foundation awards $137,500 to support local families, housing, mental health, and workforce development

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The Adams County Community Foundation today announced $137,500 in grants to seven local nonprofits working to meet some of the biggest challenges facing Adams County residents, from affordable housing and mental health care to job training and family support services.

“These grants are about helping our neighbors,” said Matt Thomas, Grants Officer for the Adams County Community Foundation. “Whether it’s repairing a senior’s home, helping a child with autism, supporting mental health providers, or preparing residents for better jobs, these investments strengthen Adams County today and for generations to come.”

Supporting Affordable Housing

For many older adults and residents with disabilities, a major home repair can quickly become overwhelming or unaffordable.

Servants Inc. received a $25,000 grant to help elderly and disabled homeowners in Adams County complete critical home repairs at no cost through licensed contractors, helping residents remain safely in their homes.

South Central Community Action Programs received support to host two Housing and Smart Growth Forums through its At Home in Adams County program that will bring together local Borough and Township officials to discuss practical ways to increase affordable housing opportunities for Adams County residents. The Community Foundation launched At Home in Adams County in 2017.

Expanding Access to Mental Health Services

Children and families facing mental health and developmental challenges often struggle to find affordable, local support.

TrueNorth Wellness received a $25,000 grant to replace aging equipment for its Amazing Kids Club, a year-round program serving children and adolescents ages 2 to 20 with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The program helps young people build communication, social, and play skills while supporting families along the way.

Hoffman Homes Inc. received $25,000 to help outpatient providers maintain licensing and continuing education requirements while also implementing electronic medical records. In 2024, the Community Foundation supported Hoffman Homes’ expansion of Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic services for Adams County residents.

Preparing the Next Generation Workforce

As employers continue searching for skilled workers, local organizations are helping residents build the skills needed for today’s jobs.

Adams County Library received a $6,000 grant to support two internship positions connected to the SkillUp PA Computer Lab. Residents can access free online computer training courses to build workplace and technology skills, while interns provide hands-on technical support and assistance.

Adams County Technical Institute received a $25,000 grant to contract with a civil engineering firm to evaluate a possible site for a future building expansion. Additional classroom space and programming will help prepare more students for skilled careers and strengthen Adams County’s workforce pipeline. This is the second $25,000 Adams County grant to ACTI for this purpose.

Supporting Families Facing Crisis

Families experiencing sudden hardship often need immediate, coordinated support.

Parish Resource Center received a $25,000 grant to pilot a program providing wrap-around services for Adams County families, including food support, utility assistance, and career services.

Collective Generosity in Action

The Community Foundation’s grantmaking is made possible through gifts to the Fund for Adams County and funds established by generous donors, including:

Thomas E. & Florence B. Metz, Crowner Family, Fred & Rita Diehl, Sidney Ehrhart & Sally Yelland Ehrhart, Ken & Lina Farabaugh, Eric & Suzanne Flynn, Ben Franklin, Robert L. Gough, Thomas P. & Roberta C. Henninger, Henry/Manecke Family, Donald H. & Mildred C. Hershey, Gail & Peter Hull, M. C. Jones Fund, Sharon Trew Cline Magraw, John & Kim Phillips, Jack & Bobbie Phillips, Arthur & Muriel Rice, Charles Ritter Family, Rotary Club of Gettysburg, Cynthia & David Salisbury, James D. & Eleanor B. Sheen, Luther & Lois Smith, Williams Family, and George and Roberta Wood.

“Without the generosity of our donors, this work would not be possible,” Thomas said. “Every gift helps improve lives right here in Adams County.”

The Adams County Community Foundation promotes charitable giving and builds a permanent charitable endowment for Adams County. It serves as a home for hundreds of charitable funds, including endowments directed toward specific organizations or purposes. More information is available at www.adamscountycf.org

Source: Adams County Community Foundation

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